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Image: The Motif implant, known as DOT, sits in the bone over the brain region well-established as a target for depression treatment. The DOT, approximately the size of a blueberry, is wirelessly powered and designed to be implanted in a 20-minute outpatient procedure (Photo courtesy of Motif Neurotech)

New Brain-Computer Interface Targets Treatment-Resistant Depression

A new BCI implant begins human evaluation for treatment-resistant depression, delivering targeted, outpatient stimulation. More...
04 May 2026
Image: Swan is the world’s first robot to capture standardized, full-body dermoscopic skin imaging. Developed in collaboration with dermatologists, the platform is designed to enable consistent, high-quality skin exams (Photo courtesy of Square Mind)

Automated Robotic Imaging System Enhances Full-Body Skin Cancer Screening

A new robotic system standardizes full-body dermoscopic imaging, with AI to track mole changes and speed high-volume skin exams. More...
04 May 2026
Image: In a new clinical study, the Camstent Coated Catheter was shown to reduce CAUTIs and antibiotic use compared with standard care (photo courtesy of Camstent)

Bacteria-Resistant Urinary Catheter Coating Reduces Infections and Antibiotic Use

A new bacteria-resistant catheter coating reduces CAUTIs by one-third and halves antibiotic use in catheterized patients. More...
30 Apr 2026
Image: Chip-free and batteryless sensory airway stent enabled by a miniature magnetic switch (Yusheng Wang et al. , Science Advances (2026) .DOI:10.1126/sciadv.aed3998)

Sensor-Integrated Airway Stent Enables Continuous Remote Monitoring

A new chip-free, battery-free airway stent enables continuous remote monitoring to flag complications and reduce bronchoscopies. More...
29 Apr 2026
Image: Researchers are advancing newborn screening for critical congenital heart disease using vibration-based and contactless tools (photo credit: Shutterstock)

Vibration-Based Tools Aim to Improve Newborn Screening for Heart Defects

A new vibration-based and video system aims to improve newborn CCHD screening across skin tones. More...
29 Apr 2026
Image: The approach pairs the ASI algorithm with the Acumen IQ finger cuff from Edwards Lifesciences to screen for clinically significant aortic stenosis (photo courtesy of Edwards Lifesciences)

Finger Cuff Algorithm Enables Noninvasive Screening for Aortic Stenosis

A new algorithm achieved 100% sensitivity in screening for moderate-to-severe aortic stenosis in African American patients. More...
29 Apr 2026
Image: Schematic diagram of the selective interaction between graphene oxide and cell membranes (photo courtesy of KAIST)

Graphene-Based Material Selectively Eliminates Bacteria While Sparing Human Cells

Graphene oxide targets bacterial membranes while sparing human cells, enabling wash‑stable antimicrobial textiles for wound care. More...
28 Apr 2026
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